My dog with Cushing's has a hot, swollen leg. Could it be cellulitis?

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9 yr old dog diagnosed with cushings disease 2 yrs ago, untreated, and in later stages, has red, swollen, hot area on hind leg (knee) joint?, and the redness and heat is starting to travel up his leg. Could this be cellulitis and wondering if needs to be euthanized. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered | 9 years and 4 months old | 60 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

It sounds like Blue has a horrible infection in his joint, and he has to see a vet immediately. This will be painful for him, and it is possible it could be treated. Please take him into a vet right away.

My dog with Cushing's has a hot, swollen leg. Could it be cellulitis?

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